A New Project on the Go

@JudyEv (341692)
Rockingham, Australia
August 28, 2016 8:06pm CST
We have a new project underway. There is an expanse of unadorned brickwork between two small windows that look out from the kitchen. I've always wanted to put something there to break up the wall. This is on the outside. Most of the ornamental things I've seen are quite expensive but we've come up with something now. In the photo you can see a small single-furrow plough. We have had it since I was a kid and I remember harnessing my pet goat to it and trying to plough up part of the chook-yard (chook = chicken). However she wouldn't walk straight and I had to give the idea away. We will treat the metal with a rust remover then paint it. The wooden handle will be replaced and within a week or two (we don't like to hurry these things) it should be hanging on the wall. I'll post another discussion when it is up and looking beautiful.
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@Juliaacv (51452)
• Canada
29 Aug 16
I don't know what I like better-the actual plow or the story of the girl and the goat that refused to pull the plow for her! Either way it will be a rich piece to display and talk about.
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@JudyEv (341692)
• Rockingham, Australia
29 Aug 16
It wasn't rocket science! All she had to do was walk in a straight line and pull a little bit. I was pushing on the other end!
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• United States
29 Aug 16
it's a beaut! i adore ol' schtuff like that :) gigglin' o'er the goat 'n 't bein' most uncooperative (i'd similar troubles with a great dane...) i can't wait to see this all'n place.
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@JudyEv (341692)
• Rockingham, Australia
29 Aug 16
I had a little cart for her and that was no trouble but she didn't like the plough. :)
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• Greece
30 Aug 16
I had never thought of goats as pets before, and certainly would not have imagined they were trainable!
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@JudyEv (341692)
• Rockingham, Australia
30 Aug 16
Nanny would kneel, stand on her hind legs and roll a barrel. She was great fun.
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• Greece
1 Sep 16
@JudyEv My husband grew up with goats and he has said he would like one but with 7 dogs I thyink the goat would have a rough time. I regret not knowing anything about horses and now you have added goats to my loss.
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@JudyEv (341692)
• Rockingham, Australia
2 Sep 16
@41CombedaleRoad I guess you see quite a lot of goats in Greece. If you get one, get one with horns - to keep the dogs in control.
@silvermist (19702)
• India
29 Aug 16
@JudyEv So that is a good project you are going to start.Who is going to paint it?
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@silvermist (19702)
• India
29 Aug 16
@JudyEv I thought as much .These days you are ready with witty comments .Looking forward to a Photo when it is finished and put up
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@JudyEv (341692)
• Rockingham, Australia
30 Aug 16
@silvermist It takes a while to get to know people here and sometimes what is written can be taken the wrong way so you have to be a bit careful. But those who know me I hope know that I am a bit sarcastic or trying to be funny rather than being unkind or rude. I do enjoy being on here. Have a great day.
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@JudyEv (341692)
• Rockingham, Australia
29 Aug 16
Between us we'll get us done. I might do it while Vin is busy with something else - but if he thinks it's a bit tricky or hard, he gets to do it! I'll probably be allowed to clean the brush though.
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@sofssu (23662)
29 Aug 16
LOL I can imagine you trying to plough the yard with a goat.. Waiting for the after picture.
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@sofssu (23662)
29 Aug 16
@JudyEv LOL she failed you miserably that day
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@JudyEv (341692)
• Rockingham, Australia
29 Aug 16
@sofssu She did indeed. She didn't get any oats that day!
@JudyEv (341692)
• Rockingham, Australia
29 Aug 16
Stupid goat!! Normally I loved her very much but not that day!
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@AliCanary (3249)
29 Aug 16
Oh, I like that! Much more interesting than just buying something, because this is a real item with a personal story behind it. Great idea!
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@JudyEv (341692)
• Rockingham, Australia
29 Aug 16
We are quite into 'free' too!
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@JudyEv (341692)
• Rockingham, Australia
31 Aug 16
@AliCanary Thanks. I'm looking forward to getting it up on the wall.
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@AliCanary (3249)
30 Aug 16
@JudyEv - not to mention that whole recycling/reusing and not letting go to waste, as well! Saves money AND the environment. Good job!
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@skysnap (20153)
29 Aug 16
Looks like project will keep you busy for some time.
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@JudyEv (341692)
• Rockingham, Australia
29 Aug 16
It will be a week or two I guess.
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@LadyDuck (471968)
• Switzerland
29 Aug 16
I am sure that it will be beautiful once restored. I am curious to see the "after" photo.
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@LadyDuck (471968)
• Switzerland
29 Aug 16
@JudyEv I never rush to do this kind of things. I will be glad to see the result.
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@JudyEv (341692)
• Rockingham, Australia
29 Aug 16
It might take a couple of weeks but I'll post about it once it is done.
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@aarifa (1210)
• India
29 Aug 16
super..
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@JudyEv (341692)
• Rockingham, Australia
30 Aug 16
Thanks. I'm glad you like it.
@norcal (4889)
• Franklinton, North Carolina
29 Aug 16
It's cool, but I kind of like it rusty.
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@JudyEv (341692)
• Rockingham, Australia
29 Aug 16
I guess we could leave it 'au naturel' but it is rusting to bits - and we'll need to concoct a new handle as the wood is falling to pieces.
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@JudyEv (341692)
• Rockingham, Australia
30 Aug 16
@norcal That's a good idea.
@norcal (4889)
• Franklinton, North Carolina
29 Aug 16
@JudyEv Maybe just coat it with some kind of sealant, so you preserve the patina but stop it from rusting away.
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@paigea (36316)
• Canada
29 Aug 16
That will be a great piece to put there. And the story will make it even more interesting.
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@JudyEv (341692)
• Rockingham, Australia
30 Aug 16
I think it will look nice. The space needs something quite large and anything commercial is quite expensive.
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@Ronrybs (19589)
• London, England
29 Aug 16
That should look good. I quite enjoy old machinery and the like
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@JudyEv (341692)
• Rockingham, Australia
30 Aug 16
I love all the old stuff. My brother did up quite a few antique tractors over the years.
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@RubyHawk (99405)
• Atlanta, Georgia
30 Aug 16
Don't forget to put on the picture when you get it all fixed up.
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@JudyEv (341692)
• Rockingham, Australia
30 Aug 16
I won't. It will be a little while yet.
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@RubyHawk (99405)
• Atlanta, Georgia
30 Aug 16
@JudyEv I'll watch for it.
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@josie_ (10032)
• Philippines
29 Aug 16
You put a smile on my face imagining the scene with you behind the plow and your pet goat dragging you willy-nilly around the yard. Some of the "experiments" I did as a kid can still make my blush.
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@JudyEv (341692)
• Rockingham, Australia
29 Aug 16
That is just about exactly what happened! I spat the dummy (do you know that expression?) and gave up in a huff.
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@shaggin (72222)
• United States
29 Aug 16
I love seeing the different things people come up with for re-purposing things so I am excited to see how this turns out!
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@JudyEv (341692)
• Rockingham, Australia
29 Aug 16
We don't like spending money especially since we're not earning any longer. I think this will look very nice on the wall.
@jaboUK (64354)
• United Kingdom
29 Aug 16
That will be a great decoration, especially as you have some history with it.
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@JudyEv (341692)
• Rockingham, Australia
29 Aug 16
I think it will look quite nice. Thanks.
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@Jessicalynnt (50523)
• Centralia, Missouri
29 Aug 16
neat that you had something with lovely memories to fill that spot.
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@JudyEv (341692)
• Rockingham, Australia
29 Aug 16
It has actually been around a long time so deserves a rejuvenation.
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@sueznewz2 (10409)
• Alicante, Spain
29 Aug 16
What a great idea.... I love projects like that ..and re purposing old stuff...., looking forward to seeing the end result...
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@JudyEv (341692)
• Rockingham, Australia
29 Aug 16
I'll put it up once it's finished. Might be a week or two though.
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@sallypup (61563)
• Centralia, Washington
29 Aug 16
I love your goat tail. I remember that implement from when I was a kid. I like the rusty look.
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@JudyEv (341692)
• Rockingham, Australia
29 Aug 16
I guess the rusty look is good too but it isn't going to last much longer as it is - although probably longer than us.
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@teamfreak16 (43418)
• Denver, Colorado
29 Aug 16
That's a pretty neat plow.
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@JudyEv (341692)
• Rockingham, Australia
29 Aug 16
It's nice, isn't it? I'm glad we thought of using it.
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